A New Sound, a New Star: Jimmy Smith at the Organ, Volume 1
Jimmy Smith
1956Studio
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Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Jimmy Smith
Jimmy Smith, born in Norristown, Pennsylvania in 1925, revolutionized jazz with his electrifying Hammond B-3 organ sound, blending hard bop, soul jazz, and blues.
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About
Jimmy Smith, Pioneer of jazz organ with a soul-blues fusion.
More than 20 albums across jazz and blues with originals & reissues tracked in real time for pricing and rarity.
Jimmy Smith was an American jazz organist whose playing style fused gospel, blues, and hard bop influences. His instrument of choice was the Hammond B-3 organ, which he helped popularize in jazz starting in the 1950s. Smith's discography spans over 20 vinyl albums, mostly released in the 1950s and 1960s on major labels such as Blue Note, Verve, and Jazz Images.
Throughout his career, he contributed to the evolution of soul jazz and funk while leaving a legacy captured in numerous studio and live recordings. His vinyl releases, including many original pressings, remain sought after by collectors, with a variety of editions from the US, UK, France, and New Zealand.
Discography
Jimmy Smith discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
A New Sound, a New Star: Jimmy Smith at the Organ, Volume 2
Jimmy Smith
1956Studio
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At Club “Baby Grand” Wilmington, Delaware, Volume 1
Jimmy Smith
1956Live
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- CD 4
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At Club “Baby Grand” Wilmington, Delaware, Volume 2
Jimmy Smith
1956Live
- Vinyl 1
- CD 3
- Cassette
From$8.45
at eBayThe Incredible Jimmy Smith at the Organ, Volume 3
Jimmy Smith
1956Studio
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- CD 2
- Cassette
A Date With Jimmy Smith, Volume 1
Jimmy Smith
1957Live
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A Date With Jimmy Smith, Volume 2
Jimmy Smith
1957Live
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Jimmy Smith at the Organ, Volume 1
Jimmy Smith
1957Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 3
- Cassette
Jimmy Smith at the Organ: Plays Pretty Just for You
Jimmy Smith
1957Studio
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The Sounds of Jimmy Smith
Jimmy Smith
1957Studio
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- CD 2
- Cassette
Jimmy Smith at the Organ, Volume 2
Jimmy Smith
1958Studio
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- Cassette
Any Number Can Win
Jimmy Smith
1963Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Hobo Flats
Jimmy Smith
1963Studio
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- Cassette
Rockin’ the Boat
Jimmy Smith
1963Studio
- Vinyl 1
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- Cassette
The Amazing Jimmy Smith
Jimmy Smith
1963Live
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Christmas Cookin’
Jimmy Smith
1964Studio
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- Cassette 1
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Jimmy Smith
1964Studio
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- Cassette
Got My Mojo Working
Jimmy Smith
1965Studio
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Monster
Jimmy Smith
1965Studio
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Hoochie Coochie Man
Jimmy Smith
1966Studio
- Vinyl 2
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- Cassette
Peter & The Wolf
Jimmy Smith
1966Studio
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- Cassette
I’m Movin’ On
Jimmy Smith
1967Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Respect
Jimmy Smith
1967Studio
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Livin' It Up
Jimmy Smith
1968Studio
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- Cassette
Open House
Jimmy Smith
1968Studio
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Plain Talk
Jimmy Smith
1968Studio
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Stay Loose
Jimmy Smith
1968Studio
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- Cassette 1
The Boss
Jimmy Smith
1968Live
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Groove Drops
Jimmy Smith
1969Studio
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The Other Side of Jimmy Smith
Jimmy Smith
1970Studio
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I'm Gon' Git Myself Together
Jimmy Smith
1971Studio
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In a Plain Brown Wrapper
Jimmy Smith
1971Studio
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Bluesmith
Jimmy Smith
1972Studio
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Newport in New York '72, Volume 5
Jimmy Smith
1972Live
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Portuguese Soul
Jimmy Smith
1973Studio
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’75
Jimmy Smith
1975Studio
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Sit on It!
Jimmy Smith
1977Studio
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Unfinished Business
Jimmy Smith
1978Studio
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Confirmation
Jimmy Smith
1979Studio
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Cool Blues
Jimmy Smith
1980Live
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- CD 3
- Cassette 1
The Cat Strikes Again...
Jimmy Smith
1980Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
On the Sunny Side
Jimmy Smith
1981Studio
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Off the Top
Jimmy Smith
1982Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 3
- Cassette 1
Plays Fats Waller
Jimmy Smith
1982Studio
- Vinyl 2
- CD 3
- Cassette 1
Keep On Comin'
Jimmy Smith
1983Live
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette
Go for Whatcha Know
Jimmy Smith
1986Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Prime Time
Jimmy Smith
1989Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Fourmost - Recorded Live at Fat Tuesday's NYC
Jimmy Smith
1991Live
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Sum Serious Blues
Jimmy Smith
1993Studio
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- CD 1
- Cassette
Damn!
Jimmy Smith
1995Studio
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- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Angel Eyes
Jimmy Smith
1996Studio
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- CD 1
- Cassette
Groovin' at Small's Paradise, Volume 2
Jimmy Smith
1996Live
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
Lonesome Road
Jimmy Smith
1996Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Standards
Jimmy Smith
1998Studio
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- CD 1
- Cassette
Six Views of the Blues
Jimmy Smith
1999Studio
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- CD 1
- Cassette
Dot Com Blues
Jimmy Smith
2000Studio
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- CD 1
- Cassette
The Fantastic Jimmy Smith
Jimmy Smith
2005Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Straight Life
Jimmy Smith
2007Studio
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Daybreak
Jimmy Smith
2008Studio
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- Cassette
Complete at Club "Baby Grand" Wilmington, Delaware
Jimmy Smith
2017Live
- Vinyl
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Groovin' At Smalls' Paradise (Volume 2)
Jimmy Smith
2019Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
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Signature songs
- 01
Back at the Chicken ShackBack At The Chicken Shack · 1963 - 02The Cat
- 03Baby, It's Cold Outside
- 04Midnight Special - Rudy Van Gelder Digital Remaster/2007
- 05
Walk On The Wild SideBashin' · 1962 - 06When I Grow Too Old to DreamBack At The Chicken Shack · 1963
- 07Jingle Bells
- 08Minor ChantBack At The Chicken Shack · 1963
Essentials
3 Jimmy Smith albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1963A quintessential hard bop album featuring 4 tracks, it showcases Smith's bluesy organ style on Blue Note label; original 1963 US pressings command respect.
4 tracksMonoBlue NoteOriginal 1963 US pressing
#2 · 1965This 6-track album highlights Smith’s mastery of the Hammond B-3, with popular tracks like “The Organ Grinder's Swing” and “Greensleeves”. Original US 1965 pressings are tracked.
6 tracksMonoVerve RecordsOriginal 1965 US pressing
#3 · 1964Featuring 8 soul-jazz and hard bop tracks themed around films, this stereo Verve album includes the hit title track from 1964 with French original pressings notable for collectors.
8 tracksStereoVerve RecordsOriginal 1964 French pressing
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B-side
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01Release
Original 1963 US pressing of Back At The Chicken Shack
Jimmy Smith’s album Back At The Chicken Shack was released in 1963 on Blue Note Records as a mono LP, catalog number BLP 4117. Original pressings in the US are tracked at prices from around €6.07 to €16.53 with more than 40 copies currently for sale worldwide.
02Release
Organ Grinder Swing 1965 Mono original pressing on Verve
Organ Grinder Swing was released in 1965 as a mono LP on Verve Records with catalog numbers V-8628, V/8628 in the US. Price tracking shows a range from €4.34 to €13.04 for original pressings with around 24 copies offered for sale globally.
03Release
The Cat 1964 French original stereo pressing
The Cat vinyl album appeared in 1964 with an original French pressing on Verve Records, catalog numbers V-6 8587, V6-8 587, V-8 587. This stereo LP commands prices up to €19, making it a significant collector’s item.
His instrument of predilection was the electric Hammond B-3 organ.— Jimmy Smith
05Genre Influence
Mixing gospel and blues into jazz
Jimmy Smith's playing style was deeply rooted in gospel and blues influences, which he successfully melded with jazz, helping to pave the way for funk and soul jazz movements in the 1960s and 70s.
Jimmy Smith vinyl discography
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Jimmy Smith CDs
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Jazz Rock / Fusion / FunkJazz/Blues
2013-01-14UNIVERSALFrom$19.99
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Jimmy Smith and what instrument did he play?
Jimmy Smith was an American jazz musician known for his pioneering work on the electric Hammond B-3 organ.
What are some essential vinyl albums by Jimmy Smith?
Essential albums include Back At The Chicken Shack (1963), Organ Grinder Swing (1965), and The Cat (1964), available in various pressings and formats.
What style of jazz is Jimmy Smith associated with?
He is best known for hard bop, soul jazz, and blues-inflected jazz styles that influenced funk and other genres.
Where was Jimmy Smith born and when did he pass away?
Jimmy Smith was born in Norristown, Pennsylvania in 1925 and died in 2005 in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Are Jimmy Smith vinyl pressings valuable in France?
French original pressings of albums like The Cat from 1964 are noteworthy collector items, with prices reaching up to €19.
Can Jimmy Smith records be found on Blue Note and Verve labels?
Yes, many of his key albums were released on Blue Note and Verve, including Back At The Chicken Shack and Organ Grinder Swing.
What should vinyl collectors look for when buying Jimmy Smith records?
Collectors often seek original US pressings on Blue Note or Verve, mono versions from the 1960s tend to command higher prices and greater rarity.
Which cities are significant for Jimmy Smith's vinyl releases?
Original pressings were primarily released in major markets including the US, UK, France, and New Zealand.
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This profile is compiled by the vinyles.com editors from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists from Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editors.
Last updated: 04/07/2026